Red Bull struggles with unpredictability of RB22 in 2026 season
Autosport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 9:19 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Red Bull Formula 1 team boss Laurent Mekies stated that the team's progress this season will not be satisfying until it can achieve race victories. The team began the 2026 season as the fourth-fastest on the grid, facing challenges with aerodynamic load and reliable race starts. Mekies emphasized that overcoming the RB22's unpredictability is crucial for turning performance gains into success. The team's adjustments and strategies will be pivotal as they seek to improve their standings in upcoming races.
- •Red Bull currently ranks as the fourth-fastest team in 2026.
- •Team faced challenges with aerodynamic load and race starts.
- •Mekies stressed the need to master the RB22's unpredictability.
- •Progress will be measured by the team's ability to win races.
- 9:19 AMAutosport — Why progress 'won't satisfy' Red Bull until it can give Verstappen a winning car
"Red Bull Formula 1 team boss Laurent Mekies says his squad can't take too much satisfaction out of the progress it has made this year until it can start winning races, which starts with getting on top of the RB22's unpredictability. The Milton Keynes squad began 2026 as the fourth-fastest team, being behind on aerodynamic load while also struggling to achieve reliable starts with its first ...Keep reading
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